Altamir Eau de Parfum vs Eau Sans Pareil Cologne

Altamir

Edp	Concentration	Cologne
U	Gender	U
2007	Year	2011
£	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Altamir Eau de Parfum

Altamir is a seriously polarising scent - some absolute devotees rave about its Gaultier 2-esque amber and vanilla deliciousness, while others recoil at its cloying sweetness and 'cheap' smell. Not one for a blind buy.

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Our Verdict - Eau Sans Pareil Cologne

A truly polarising scent, Eau Sans Pareil struggles to nail its identity, ending up as a bit of a musky, sweet muddle for some, while others find its abstract complexity delightfully unique. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with mixed opinions on its modern relevance.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	17%	10%
Floral	35%	25%
Fruity	12%	9%
Green	6%	8%
Sweet	25%	24%
Warm	5%	10%
Woody	10%	14%
Earthy	9%	13%
Animalic	8%	6%
Fresh	17%	14%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Eau Sans Pareil Cologne

Notes

Shared Notes

Neroli 39% vs 8%

Pineapple 35% vs 11%

Bergamot 25% vs 9%

Only in Eau Sans Pareil Cologne

Raspberry 16% Cypress 14% Aldehydes 12% Kumquat 10% Marigold 9% Mandarin 9%

Shared Notes

Orange Blossom 43% vs 11%

Jasmine 31% vs 12%

Only in Altamir Eau de Parfum

Cyclamen 25%

Only in Eau Sans Pareil Cologne

Rose 18% Clove 13% Ylang-Ylang 12% Orris 12% Licorice 11% Lily Of The Valley 11%

Shared Notes

Amber 21% vs 10%

Musk 14% vs 10%

Patchouli 14% vs 11%

Vetiver 12% vs 11%

Only in Altamir Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 23% Teak 14%

Only in Eau Sans Pareil Cologne

Oakmoss 14% Cedar 11% Benzoin 10% Vanilla 10% Labdanum 10%

Accords

Altamir Eau de Parfum Eau Sans Pareil Cologne

100%

White Floral

64%

58%

Woody

100%

75%

Sweet

90%

85%

Amber

58%

51%

Fruity

80%

54%

Aromatic

74%

68%

Citrus

70%

Rose

65%

Earthy

61%

58%

Vanilla

51%

Fresh

58%

48%

Floral

White Floral shared

100%

64%

Woody shared

58%

100%

Sweet shared

75%

90%

Amber shared

85%

58%

Fruity shared

51%

80%

Aromatic shared

54%

74%

Citrus shared

68%

70%

Rose

65%

Earthy

61%

Vanilla

58%

Fresh shared

51%

58%

Floral

48%

Performance

Altamir Eau de Parfum Eau Sans Pareil Cologne

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Altamir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Given its sweet and amber-heavy profile, Altamir is best suited for cooler weather and intimate encounters. While some find its performance suitable for 'any occasion', its bold sweetness might be a bit much for a formal office environment, earning it higher marks for date nights and casual wear. The polarizing reviews suggest it's more of a personal statement than a crowd-pleaser for every setting.

Eau Sans Pareil Cologne

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Office Date

Its moderate sillage and long longevity make it versatile for many settings. While some find it too sweet or unusual for formal wear, its woody and aromatic facets make it suitable for casual or even office use, though perhaps not a date night showstopper.